CBSE Term 2 exam 2022 will be conducted from April 26 to June 15, 2022. There are a few chapters from all subjects that have been removed from the syllabus for AY 2021-22. Read on to understand some tips and tricks for the class 12 science exam. 

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  • CBSE Class 12th Board Exams for Term – II are scheduled from April 26, 2022 to June 15, 2022.

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CBSE Class 12th Physics

Syllabus: The table below enlists the units covered in CBSE Class 12th Science Syllabus for Board Exam 2022 Term II with important points to be covered and unit wise marks.

Sr. No. Unit Important Topics Weightage
1. Electromagnetic Waves
  • Study EM waves, transverse nature and their characteristics.
  • Study Electromagnetic Spectrum of different types of waves.
  • Facts and uses of the EM waves.
17 Marks
2. Optics
  • Ray Optics:
  • Concepts and uses of Reflection, Refraction and Total Internal Reflection.
  • Lens & Lens maker’s formula.
  • Magnification & Power of Lenses.
  • Wave Optics
    • Wavefront and Huygens Principle, 
    • Reflection and Refraction using wavefronts.
    • Proof of Laws using Huygens Principle.
    • Interference & Young’s Experiment, Fringe Width and diffraction.
3. Dual Nature of Radiation and Matter
  • Concept of Dual nature of radiation and Photoelectric effect.
  • Hertz and Lenard’s observations.
  • Photoelectric equation
  • Particle Nature of Light and Wave Nature of Particles, de-Broglie Relation
11 marks
4.  Atoms and Nuclei
  • Alpha-particle scattering experiment
  • Models of Atom
  • Mass-energy relation
  • Composition of Nucleus.
  • Nuclear Fission and Fusion
5. Electronic Devices
  • Simple Circuits and Energy bands in conductors
  • Semiconductor diode - I-V characteristics
  • Diode as a rectifier and p-n junction diodes
7 marks

Practical: 

  • The easiest way to prepare for a practical exam is to get to know the Experiments. 
  • Understand the steps, their flow and their outcomes carefully, this will eliminate the need for mugging experiments. 
  • Learn the usage of Apparatus and the zero errors for the same.

Reference Books: For most parts, stick to your NCERT Texts and for extra reference, check out the books below:

Book Author(s)
Concepts of Physics Vol II H. C. Verma
Fundamentals of Physics Halliday, Resnick and Walker
CBSE Chapter-wise Solutions for Physics Class 12 S. K. Singh

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CBSE Class 12th Science: Chemistry

Syllabus: While preparing for the CBSE Class 12th Chemistry Exam 2022, understand the syllabus well, the weightage each unit carries and prepare accordingly. The table below enlists the units along with their total marks:

Sr. No. Unit Marks
1. Electrochemistry 13 marks
2. Chemical Kinetics
3. Surface Chemistry
4. d-block and f-block Elements 9 marks
5. Coordination Compounds
6. Aldehydes, Ketones and Carboxylic Acids 13 marks
7. Amines

Preparation: 

  • Physical Chemistry: Learn and Practice the Chemical Formulae and Equations for this part. Practice calculation using Log Tables.
  • Inorganic Chemistry: Learn the properties of various prominent elements from the d and f block elements. 
  • Organic Chemistry: Focus on the reactions, IUPAC naming conventions, structures of different chemicals, preparation and uses of reagents. 
  • Practical: Similar to Physics, CBSE Class 12th Chemistry Practical will involve experiments which will require students to understand the concepts and be able to remember the chemicals as well as their properties and reactions. 
  • Go through the list of Practicals and understand the gist and expected result of each practical.
  • Identify the ingredients and their properties.
  • Proceed with understanding the steps and noting them down.

Reference Books:

Books Author(s)
ABC of Chemistry Modern Publications
Concepts of Chemistry O. P. Tandon
New Course Chemistry for Class 12 (Vol. 1 & 2) Pradeep Publications

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CBSE Class 12th Science: Biology

Syllabus: CBSE Class 12th Biology Syllabus will be composed of 3 units. Following table enlists the CBSE Class 12th Biology Units with their weightage and important topics to make it easier for the students to prepare for CBSE Class 12th Biology Board Exam 2022:

Sr. No. Unit Important Topics Marks
1. Biology and Human Welfare
  • Study Pathogens and Parasites, different diseases in humans: causes and treatments
  • Industrial Production
  • Antibiotics: their production and use
  • Sewage Treatment process and Energy Generation
  • Role of Microbes: Food Processing, Bio-control agents and Bio-fertilizers
14 marks
2. Biotechnology and its Applications
  • Genetic Engineering
  • Biotechnology Applications in various disciplines 
  • Concepts of Mutation and Stem Cell Technology
11 marks
3. Ecology and Environment
  • Organisms: Habitats, Population, adaptations, mutualism, competition, attributes, predation & parasitism.
  • Concepts of Biodiversity and their significance, Extinct and Endangered Animals and their safety.
10 marks

Practical: CBSE Class 12th Biology Practicals require a lot of observation skills.

  • Learn to study the observations, their nature and cause.
  • Understand the steps involved in an experiment and the sample collection techniques.

Reference Books:

Books Author(s)
Elementary Biology Volume 1 & 2 Trueman
CBSE Biology Chapter wise Solved Papers class 12th Arihant Expert
Together with Biology S. Chand

Also Check: Class 12 Biology Notes


CBSE Class 12th: Mathematics

Syllabus: CBSE Class 12th Mathematics is one of the most crucial subjects that requires a lot of practice. Understanding the syllabus and the topics covered will narrow down the choices of proceedings.

The table below enlists the CBSE Class 12th Mathematics Units with their weightage and important topics. Practice the given topics with varying problems to get a good hold on the concepts and formulae:

Sr. No. Unit Important Topics Marks
1. Calculus
  • Integration
  • Integration:
    • by Substitution
    • by Partial Functions
    • by Parts
  • Evaluation of definite integrals
  • Applications of Integrals
  • Solutions of Differential Equations:
    • by Separation of variables
    • homogeneous differential equations (first order & first degree)
    • Linear Differential Equations 
18 marks
2. Vectors & 3-D Geometry
  • Vectors and Scalars; types and components of vectors
  • Vector Algebra
  • Direction Cosines and Direction Ratios
  • Cartesian Equations & Vector Equations of line and plane
14 marks
3. Probability Problems based on:
  • Conditional probability,
  • Multiplication theorem 
  • Independent events, 
  • Total probability, 
  • Bayes’ theorem
8 marks

Preparation: To prepare thoroughly for CBSE Class 12th Mathematics Board Exam 2022, practice by solving as much of Sample Papers and Previous Year Question Papers as possible. Formulae are the keys, learn them well.

Reference Books

Books Author(s)
Class 12 Senior secondary School Mathematics R. S. Aggarwal
Mathematics Class XII R. D. Sharma
Solutions of Objective Mathematics with Chapter Tests Dhanpat Rai

Also Check: Class 12 Mathematics Notes


CBSE 12th Term 2 Exam: Tips and Tricks for Preparation

Apart from the above mentioned subject wise tips, remembering these general tips will help you plan your studies properly for the upcoming CBSE Class 12th Board Exam 2022 Term II.

  • Syllabus: Understand your syllabus thoroughly, skim out the easy topics from the difficult ones and focus your study accordingly.
  • Schedule: Create and maintain a proper study routine with ample time for study, revision and rest.
  • Formulae: Try to derive the formulae by yourself, this will give you a better understanding of the formulae and their usage. Note down important ones, practice them regularly.
  • Practice: For any examination, practice solving Previous Year Question Papers or Sample Question Papers to get the exam temperament as well as work on your weak areas

Try to solve the numerical problems in chemistry and physics as well as mathematical problems by yourself first. Identify where you’re struggling and improve on those areas.

  • Relax: Last but not the least, do not forget to rest, take a break and indulge yourself in some recreational activities for a short while to blow some steam off. This will help you avoid unnecessary stress and strain.

Also Check: CBSE Class 12 Sample Papers 2021-22: Download Free PDF


CBSE Term 2 Exam 2022: FAQs

Ques.: What is the start date of the CBSE Class 12th Board Exams 2022 for Term II?

Ans.: The CBSE Class 12th Board Exam 2022 for Term II is scheduled from April 26, 2022.

Ques.: What are minimum passing marks for CBSE Class 12th Board Exam 2022 Term II?

Ans.:  According to the CBSE, the minimum passing marks required to clear the CBSE Class 12th Board Exam 2022 Term II are 33% of the total marks. Students are required to score at least 23 for theory and 10 for practicals.

Ques.: When is the CBSE Class 12th Board Exams 2022 Term II Result expected to be released?

Ans.: CBSE Class 12th Board Exam 2022 Term II Results are scheduled to be declared in the month of June 2022 tentatively.